The furniture and interiors industry's pivotal mid-year sourcing event will return to Manchester Central on 5th–6th July, continuing its decades-long tradition of bringing together brands and buyers at a key point in the retail calendar.

The Manchester Furniture Show (MFS) has become a firm date in the calendar for retailers, designers and buyers, offering serious sourcing and relaxed networking opportunities between the major January shows and the Q4 buying cycle.

The Brands You Can’t Miss

Where business meets cutting-edge comfort and innovation, MFS 2026 will bring together more than 150 brands showcasing over 25,000 products to more than 4,000 buyers from across the furniture and interiors industry.

Visitors are guaranteed to discover new pieces, with 50% of exhibiting brands new for 2026, including Whitemeadow, Hill Interiors, Ashwood Designs, Avriio, Home of Wool, Kamjo and Sensowell.

Other leading brands showcasing their latest collections include Lebus Upholstery, Baker Furniture, Buoyant Upholstery, Scatter Box, La-Z-Boy UK, Image Furnishings and Alpha Designs.

Women in Furniture Networking Panel

Back by popular demand, the Women in Furniture Networking Panel returns to Manchester Furniture Show 2026 with an inspiring line-up of industry leaders.

Taking place on Monday 6 July from 11:30am to 1:00pm, the panel discussion, Shared Growth in Action, will bring together influential voices from across the furniture and interiors sector to share their leadership journeys, industry insights and personal experiences.

Panellists include:

• Lisa Flannery, Managing Director, Claremont
• Gisela Lancaster, Former Head of Buying, Sofology
• Sophia Carbonell, Head of Ecommerce Sales, Julian Bowen
• Kirsty Whyte, Award-winning Creative and Design Director

Before and after the discussion buyers can take advantage of unique networking opportunities with the panellists.

Reflecting on the impact of last year’s panel, Deirdre Mc Gettrick, founder and CEO of ufurnish.com, said; ‘Listening to the inspiring female leaders at the Women in Furniture event really made me reflect on my own journey and how fast the industry is evolving. There are so many talented women leading organisations in ways we don’t often see, so I love hearing those stories being brought to the front.’

Official Show Party Meets World Cup Fever

To celebrate the world's biggest sporting competition, the Official Manchester Furniture Show Party will take on a FIFA World Cup-inspired theme, bringing together brands and buyers for an entertaining evening of networking.

The party will kick off from 6pm on 5th July at The Junction Bar, where guests can soak up the tournament atmosphere while connecting with industry colleagues.

Strong Sector Support

Reflecting the show’s importance to the sector, 2026 MFS sponsors & partners from across the sector and key trade associations include; the British Furniture Association, Furniture News, Interiors Monthly, Big Furniture Group, British Independent Retailers Association, InteriorDaily and New Designers.

Final Call for Bookings

Not booked your place at MFS yet? There’s still time to register to attend as a buyer, or book a stand as an exhibitor.